EAL Resources
Though there are lots of free resources available on the Internet, not all are suited for use with lower-level adult learners. Resources should positively support learning goals with adult-oriented content. Tutors should take into consideration the diversity of interests, perspectives, abilities, learning styles, and maturity levels that adult learners bring to literacy program sessions. Try to select resources that will stimulate learning success, critical analysis, and the ability to make informed judgments. Avoid using materials with child-oriented graphics and content that may be demeaning or irrelevant to adults. Consider adapting resources or creating new ones.
Resources and or recommendations for websites will be an ongoing process. All URLs cited were confirmed as of June 2025. However, it is likely that a number of URLs will become outdated as time goes by. We suggest that if you find a web page is no longer available, you try to shorten the URL or go to the home page. If the site no longer works, please let us know at volunteer@readnb.ca.
Resources and or recommendations for websites will be an ongoing process. All URLs cited were confirmed as of June 2025. However, it is likely that a number of URLs will become outdated as time goes by. We suggest that if you find a web page is no longer available, you try to shorten the URL or go to the home page. If the site no longer works, please let us know at volunteer@readnb.ca.
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5 Minute English - Ready-To-Go K-8 Lessons - Grammar, Reading, Vocabulary, Listening, Pronunciation, Slang & Idioms
CROWDEd Learning
An ESL Story Bank with PDF Lessons, Activity Collections, & Resource Library
Literacy Centre of Expertise
This site includes Reading Skills stories, Interactive Learning Modules, Student Handbooks, and Vocabulary Building, as well as an Interactive Guide to practice writing the letters of the alphabet, alphabet flashcards and a component on understanding Canadian Money
Alpha Plus
This is a comprehensive source of websites, teaching resources and information for tutors of ESL learners.
Tutela Learn / Share / Grow
This is an Ontario-based ESL organization. A free membership is required but it offers a Literacy Images Bank (useful for generating conversation), worksheets you can download from the Helpful English Series covering subjects such as The Alphabet, Numbers, Date and Time, Weather, Clothing, Sentence Structure etc. You can also join groups and access webinars and training.
Perfect English Grammar
Free English Materials including grammar Exercises, Grammar Explanations, Grammar PDFs, and Verb Tenses
BrightHub Education
Includes resources such as Pronunciation, English language in the workplace, Learning English Tenses and English Tongue Twisters
COPIAN LIBRARY – English Language Reading Series
Bridge Universe
Useful resources whether you’re new to teaching and want to find out more or are an established tutor looking for professional development. Help with learning about the skills and technology needed for a virtual lesson. The resources include ESL Pronunciation Games, Rhyming Poetry, Sound Chains and Tongue Twisters
Hola Atlantic!
This is a link to the website for Hola Atlantic. It is a non-profit organization dedicated to settlement services for Latin American newcomers to New Brunswick, enhanced integration in the community and the promotion of cultural diversity.
Adele’s ESL Corner
Interactive resources for tutors and learners who want to work independently. Covering Reading, Pronunciation, Vocabulary, Listening skills and Grammar.
ThoughtCo
Reading comprehension/dialogues that provide an opportunity for both reading and speaking practice. Each dialogue is also followed by a multiple choice quiz for comprehension practice. Each dialogue is listed under the appropriate level with a short introduction regarding target areas for speaking practice.
English Club
A free website designed to help you learn English online. Included:
▪ test your level in English and get help with English grammar
▪ study English grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation
▪ play English games and do English quizzes online
Resources available Phrasal & Irregular Verbs, 12 Basic English Tenses, 20 Grammar Rules, Grammar Quizzes, Parts of Speech and WH Question Words Teaching Pronunciation
English with Lucy
Offers help pronunciation and with learning how to speak English with a British accent. For learners who want to sound more “natural” and fluent in speaking English, are tired of repeating themselves when people don’t understand them, are trying to boost their English level or who want to improve their job prospects and their life
- What Makes and Effective ESL Tutor
- Who are our ESL Learners
- How to Guide (Teaching ESL Adults)
- Factors Affecting an ESL Learner
- ESL Learners_Culture and Communication
- Cultural Survey Activities
- Articulation of Speech Sounds
- More on Teaching the Sounds of English
- Appendix 1 - Life Competencies
- Appendix 2 - Interest Inventory
- Appendix 3 - The Language Wheel
- Appendix 4 - Assessing Learner Skill Levels
- Appendix 5 - Learner Progress Questions
- Appendix 6 - Learner Progress Levels
LINKS
5 Minute English - Ready-To-Go K-8 Lessons - Grammar, Reading, Vocabulary, Listening, Pronunciation, Slang & Idioms
CROWDEd Learning
An ESL Story Bank with PDF Lessons, Activity Collections, & Resource Library
Literacy Centre of Expertise
This site includes Reading Skills stories, Interactive Learning Modules, Student Handbooks, and Vocabulary Building, as well as an Interactive Guide to practice writing the letters of the alphabet, alphabet flashcards and a component on understanding Canadian Money
Alpha Plus
This is a comprehensive source of websites, teaching resources and information for tutors of ESL learners.
Tutela Learn / Share / Grow
This is an Ontario-based ESL organization. A free membership is required but it offers a Literacy Images Bank (useful for generating conversation), worksheets you can download from the Helpful English Series covering subjects such as The Alphabet, Numbers, Date and Time, Weather, Clothing, Sentence Structure etc. You can also join groups and access webinars and training.
Perfect English Grammar
Free English Materials including grammar Exercises, Grammar Explanations, Grammar PDFs, and Verb Tenses
BrightHub Education
Includes resources such as Pronunciation, English language in the workplace, Learning English Tenses and English Tongue Twisters
COPIAN LIBRARY – English Language Reading Series
Bridge Universe
Useful resources whether you’re new to teaching and want to find out more or are an established tutor looking for professional development. Help with learning about the skills and technology needed for a virtual lesson. The resources include ESL Pronunciation Games, Rhyming Poetry, Sound Chains and Tongue Twisters
Hola Atlantic!
This is a link to the website for Hola Atlantic. It is a non-profit organization dedicated to settlement services for Latin American newcomers to New Brunswick, enhanced integration in the community and the promotion of cultural diversity.
Adele’s ESL Corner
Interactive resources for tutors and learners who want to work independently. Covering Reading, Pronunciation, Vocabulary, Listening skills and Grammar.
ThoughtCo
Reading comprehension/dialogues that provide an opportunity for both reading and speaking practice. Each dialogue is also followed by a multiple choice quiz for comprehension practice. Each dialogue is listed under the appropriate level with a short introduction regarding target areas for speaking practice.
English Club
A free website designed to help you learn English online. Included:
▪ test your level in English and get help with English grammar
▪ study English grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation
▪ play English games and do English quizzes online
Resources available Phrasal & Irregular Verbs, 12 Basic English Tenses, 20 Grammar Rules, Grammar Quizzes, Parts of Speech and WH Question Words Teaching Pronunciation
English with Lucy
Offers help pronunciation and with learning how to speak English with a British accent. For learners who want to sound more “natural” and fluent in speaking English, are tired of repeating themselves when people don’t understand them, are trying to boost their English level or who want to improve their job prospects and their life
VIDEO LINKS
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Interview with an ESL Learner & a Tutor Learn all 16 Tenses in under 30 minutes The 8 Parts of Speech Teaching Future Verbs Correcting Learners – Pick your Battles! Pausing within Sentences Regular Verbs with Past -ED ending
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DON'T FORGET to check out all the resource materials and online training available on the Proliteracy Education Network - the video will guide you on setting up your own account access. |
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